Connecting To A Computer Or Server With 10/100/1000 Base-T Ethernet; Setting Up The Ethernet; Communicating With Christie M Rgb Series Through Art-Net - Christie M RGB Series Installation And Setup Manual

Connecting to a computer or server with
10/100/1000 base-T Ethernet
Communicate with a remote computer, server, or an existing network using a RJ-45 cable.
The port located on the Video Input panel uses Christie-proprietary protocol or Art-Net control protocol
and is intended for Christie accessories or automation controllers only.
1. Use an RJ-45 cable to connect the Ethernet hub or switch to the Ethernet port, located on the
projector Video Input panel.
2. When using the Christie serial protocol over Ethernet, connect to port 3002.
3. For applications or equipment using serial communications, use the Christie-proprietary serial
protocol or Art-Net protocol to communicate with the Ethernet port on the Video Input panel.

Setting up the Ethernet

Ethernet is setup to obtain an IP address automatically if a DHCP server is on the network, modify IP
settings, or manually enter an address.
You cannot change the IP settings using the web interface.
1. From the display panel, use the arrow keys to select IP Settings.
2. To set the type of network, select DHCP or Static.
3. If you selected Static, manually enter the network information for the IP Address, Subnet,
and Gateway.
4. Select Apply and select Enter.
5. Select MENU > Communications > Network Settings.
6. Select Device name.
7. Use the up and down keys to enter the name of the projector.
8. Select Enter.

Communicating with Christie M RGB Series through Art-Net

Christie M RGB Series supports communications through the Art-NET using the Ethernet connector.
1. Select MENU > Communications > Art-Net Settings.
2. Verify the Enable Art-Net option is disabled.
Disabling Art-Net before configuring it ensures Christie M RGB Series does not accidentally
respond to DMX messages destined for other devices on the network.
Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide
020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022)
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